Camping Fondespierre

Family-friendly Hérault site two kilometres from Castries
Within a half-hour drive of Montpellier and beaches
Two outdoor pools, with waterslide, paddling pool and hot tub

There’s an awful lot to be fond of at Camping Fondespierre – both for its handy Hérault location and its list of leisure offerings. Start with the setting… the site is an easily walkable/bikeable two kilometres from the shops and restaurants of Castries, and around a half-hour drive from both the stylish metropolis of Montpellier and the fine sandy beaches around Palavas-les-Flots and La Grande Motte (either one of which makes for an excellent day of Med-based relaxing or activities). Walking and horse riding routes can be picked up just outside the site, and the folk at reception can help sort days of canoeing, scuba diving and other activities nearby. And there’s a thumbs up for the activities available there on site too, particularly for folk who like to spend a good chunk of their hols by the pool, for the swimming area here has not one but two outdoor pools – one aimed at the kids and kitted out with a slide and shallower paddling pool, and the other a more grownup affair with a hot tub . Elsewhere around the two and a half hectares, there’s a pétanque court, a playground, a multisports court and an outdoor fitness area for those getting in a last bit of beach bod buffing… and on top of that, if you come along in summer there’s a buzzy bunch of activities running throughout the day and merging into evening entertainment. Ice creams are, of course, vital for powering all such activities – they can be picked up from reception, where guests can also acquire various essentials (including beer and wine) and order bread and pastries for breakfast. More substantial eats can be had at the snack bar in high season.

Site type

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

French

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Waterslide Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Camping Fondespierre

277 Chemin du Pioch Viala

Castries

Hérault

France

34160

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Paris +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

43.69377°N
3.99646°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Did someone say beach? It’s highly likely, for there are several excellent sandy stretches around here. Half an hour’s drive will get you to either Palavas-les-Flots for sunbathing and swims, or to La Grande Motte for boat trips and watersports. If the sun’s not coming out to play, you can still have a taste of the sea at Seaquarium in Le Grau-du-Roi (40 minutes). Flanking this part of the coast is the Camargue National Park (45 minutes), best explored on horseback or on a barge ride. To take in more of the area’s stunning scenery, delve underground at La Grotte des Demoiselles (45 minutes), clamber up Pic Saint-Loup (half an hour) or set off for Sète (40 minutes) to gaze over Thau Lake. You’ll want to make time for Montpellier (half an hour) as well – the city’s a top-notch one for historic wanders, museum trips and long lazy lunches, and it’s also got a zoo that’s popular with les enfants.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Carnon - Les Dunes	15.7 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Carnon - Petit Travers	15.8 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Grand Travers	15.8 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Plage Echirolles	16 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Carnon - L'Avranche	16.3 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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Frequently asked questions

Does Camping Fondespierre have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
Is Camping Fondespierre dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Camping Fondespierre? Did someone say beach? It’s highly likely, for there are several excellent sandy stretches around here. Half an hour’s drive will get you to either Palavas-les-Flots for sunbathing and swims, or to … Read more